come across (to find by chance; meet) This is the worst place I have ever come across in all my life. As I was walking in the park, I came across an old friend. envocabulary.com
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come about (to take place, especially by chance) All these problems have come about because they ignored the advice of experts. Our meeting came about completely by accident. envocabulary.com
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work towards (to do things to achieve a goal) We should work towards a resolution to this problem. The United Nations is working towards a ceasefire agreement. envocabulary.com
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work up (to develop something by physical or mental effort) I always go for a long walk before breakfast to work up an appetite. I just can’t work up the courage to go to the dentist. (to become angry or upset) Don’t work yourself up about this. It isn’t worth it. envocabulary.com
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cut out (to stop operating) The engine cut out in the middle of the lake. If the temperature is high, the heater will automatically cut out. (to stop something) My doctor advised me to cut out smoking. I think you should cut out eating ice cream for a while. (to …
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